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NRF CEO Dr Fulufhelo Nelwamondo
NRF and Telkom cooperate in launching new ICT development programme
23rd October 2024 By: Rebecca Campbell

The National Research Foundation (NRF) and State-owned information and communications technology (ICT) group Telkom have announced the launch of their joint Future Technologies (FutureTech)... 


Huge Group appoints industry veteran Douglas Reed to drive growth and innovation
22nd October 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

JSE-listed Huge Group has appointed Douglas Reed to drive the company’s growth and innovation portfolio, and work closely with the investment companies in the group’s investment portfolio. Reed’s... 


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Digitalisation seen as key to bolstering fight against illicit gold trade
18th October 2024 By: Nadine James

The integrity of the global gold supply chain has been the subject of intense scrutiny of late, following a damning report by Swiss nongovernmental organisation SwissAid earlier this year, which... 


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Mamabolo launches digital solution to improve Gauteng’s project delivery efficiency
17th October 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Gauteng Infrastructure Development and Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs MEC Jacob Mamabolo has unveiled a new digital solution to support its already established Lutsinga... 


GoMetro CEO Justin Coetzee and GoMetro EV-FIT project lead Christopher de Saxe
GoMetro awarded grant for six-month UK EV fleet management trial
16th October 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Software-as-a-service fleet management company GoMetro has been awarded a £147 000 grant from the UK Freight Innovation Fund to finance a six-month trial with UK logistics companies Maritime... 


Rising 5G adoption driving rapid digital transformation across MEA
15th October 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Playing a critical role in future connectivity towards digital transformation, 5G adoption in Middle East and Africa (MEA) expected to reach one in four subscriptions by 2029. While 4G... 


MTN’s network quality maintains top spot
15th October 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Telecommunications group MTN continues to maintain its top spot as South Africa’s best mobile network. According to MyBroadband Insights’ third-quarter 2024 Mobile Network Quality Report, Vodacom... 


Govt considers benefit of entities such as Starlink
14th October 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

South Africa’s government continues to consider the potential benefits of enhanced attraction of investment, job creation and competition that entities such as Elon Musk's SpaceX Starlink can bring... 


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How DigiMine is building next generation of tech-savvy, socially aware mining engineers
11th October 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

As the global mining industry increasingly adopts technology, such as AI and automation, partnerships between academia and industry are poised to play a pivotal role in ensuring the continuous... 


Altron expects half-year earnings turnaround
10th October 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

JSE-listed Altron on Thursday reported an expected improvement in its earnings for the six months ended August 31. In a trading update, the company said it expected group headline earnings per... 


AI embraced, but need to get basics right, says Malatsi
7th October 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

To truly leverage “every power” that lies within AI technologies in South Africa, there is a need to get the basics right. This included removing the barriers of entry for the most marginalised... 


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SANSA warns geomagnetic storm will impact Earth over the weekend
4th October 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

A strong geomagnetic storm is expected over the weekend and could disrupt communications and navigation systems, as well as potentially cause the reappearance of the Southern Lights over South... 


RMB facilitates landmark fibre infrastructure acquisition
2nd October 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Open-access fibre network operator Octotel’s acquisition by a consortium has closed under accelerated timelines, says RMB, which acted as the sole mandated lead arranger to fund the acquisition.... 


SA SME Fund CEO Ketso Gordhan
R300m fund aims to support 50 tech startups
1st October 2024 By: Terence Creamer

A R300-million ‘seed fund of funds’ aimed at providing early-stage capital to South African startups has been launched with the ambition of funding at least 50 technology-driven enterprises.  The... 


Telecoms regulatory veterans Moses Mashisane, Dr Aniel de Beer join Maziv
26th September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Telecommunications veteran Moses Mashisane has joined Maziv as its chief regulatory and compliance officer, after a distinguished career spanning over 20 years at MTN where he most recently served... 


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IBM develops two new models for energy sector forecasting
19th September 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Information technology company IBM has developed two new interactive models for the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) GeoHub, namely the artificial intelligence (AI) model Electricity... 


MTN, ZTE achieve Africa's first 5G ultra-range maritime coverage in South Africa
19th September 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

MTN South Africa and ZTE Corporation have collaborated to develop Africa's first 5G ultra-range maritime offshore coverage at Mossel Bay, in the Western Cape, South Africa. The deployment of... 


Cell C CEO Jorge Mendes
Cell C assures licence control transfer to TPC meets criteria, not anti-competitive
19th September 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Cell C on Thursday assured rivals that it will maintain its holding of its Individual Electronic Communications Network Service and Individual Electronic Communications Service licences, and that... 


UAV taking off
Terrorist-controlled drones in Africa pose real and present threat
18th September 2024 By: Darren Parker

Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are rapidly becoming a key part of insurgent arsenals across the African continent, Stellenbosch University faculty of arts and social science vice dean of research... 


BRICS Business Council working groups offer updates on work in the year-to-date
13th September 2024 By: Darren Parker

The BRICS Business Council has provided an update on its work thus far this year, reflecting on progress made and the challenges posed by the inclusion of Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the United Arab... 


New impetus needed if South Africa is to begin meeting R&D investment goals
New impetus needed if South Africa is to begin meeting R&D investment goals
13th September 2024 By: Martin Zhuwakinyu

In the drive for economic advancement and global competitiveness, innovation stands as a pivotal force, with the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) highlighting that a... 


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Accenture, MTN conclude ORAN proof-of-concept
11th September 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Accenture and MTN have embarked on a proof-of-concept in to test the capabilities of open radio access network (ORAN) solution to improve customer experience and optimise costs. Two successful... 


Logitech technologies and workspace management offerings
Logitech seeks to help South African businesses in the 'new world of work'
11th September 2024 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Computer peripherals and software manufacturer Logitech is aiming to provide video conferencing and other solutions for the “new world of work” to the South African market, through its Logitech for... 


South African clinic switched to satellite-based connectivity
6th September 2024 By: Rebecca Campbell

Three South African companies have partnered to provide low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite-based digital connectivity to a clinic at a mine in a remote rural area in Mpumalanga province. This was the... 


Digital transformation must not widen digital divide
4th September 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Experts have cautioned that as South Africa pursues digital transformation, it must ensure that it does not widen the already significant digital divide and digital inequality in the country. While... 


Telkom's logo on a building wall
Competition Tribunal gives green light for Telkom’s masts, towers business disposal
4th September 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

The Competition Tribunal has approved JSE-listed Telkom’s disposal of its masts and towers business housed in Swiftnet. This followed shareholder approval in May for the sale to a consortium... 


Unisa, Inqaba Biotec launch next-generation DNA
Unisa, Inqaba Biotec launch next-generation DNA
4th September 2024

The University of South Africa has launched Africa’s first next-generation DNA sequencing platform, the PacBio Revio, which was developed in collaboration with Inqaba Biotec. The acquisition and... 


MTN sends condolences on passing of former CEO Sifiso Dabengwa
2nd September 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

MTN Group on Monday sent condolences to the family of Sifiso Dabengwa, who has passed away. Dabengwa served as the group president and CEO from 2011 to 2015 and was a key figure in MTN’s 30-year... 


Blue Label earnings dip
29th August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

JSE-listed Blue Label Telecoms on Thursday posted a 5% decline in gross profit to R3.3-billion for the year ended May 31, 2024. However, its gross profit margin ticked up from 18.41% to 22.57%... 


Gauteng e-Government Department invests in cybersecurity
27th August 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

Gauteng’s e-Government department is planning to increase cybersecurity for the Gauteng Provincial Government (GPG). The GPG collects, manages and stores significant volumes of sensitive data, from... 


AI can help with local data beneficiation, boosting local enterprises
26th August 2024 By: Schalk Burger

Businesses can use their own data in AI systems to understand their business challenges in new ways and with greater accuracy, which will help them to make different decisions. The use of AI... 


A balanced AI governance framework can develop as technology advances
23rd August 2024 By: Schalk Burger

While there remain unknown risks and benefits from the use of AI for economies and societies, there is a need to start regulating the use of AI and this will require a balanced approach that can... 


Telcos invest billions to protect networks from theft, power cuts and climate risks
Telcos invest billions to protect networks from theft, power cuts and climate risks
23rd August 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

South Africa’s telecommunications groups have struggled to maintain seamless communications amid challenges such as loadshedding and power outages, as well as theft and vandalism. They have had to... 


GSMA highlights AI’s potential to drive South Africa’s socioeconomic growth
21st August 2024 By: Natasha Odendaal

South Africa has emerged as a pivotal player in leveraging AI for socioeconomic development and climate impact. However, unlocking the full potential of AI will require overcoming barriers such as... 


Blue Label to report double-digit rise in earnings
21st August 2024 By: Creamer Media Reporter

JSE-listed Blue Label expects a double-digit rise in earnings for the year ended May 31. In a trading statement issued to shareholders on Wednesday, the company says that its earnings per share... 


NYDA partners with ALX to develop youth digital and entrepreneurial skills
20th August 2024 By: Schalk Burger

The National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) has partnered with technology training and career development company ALX to equip South Africa’s youth with digital and entrepreneurial skills. The... 


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